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How to Buy Cattle Feed

2,209 views · Published 30 September 2010 · 1:22 · Indexed 30 September 2026

Channel: Howcast · 2010 · Pets & Animals

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Cattle require unlimited fresh, clean water and some type of grass hay daily. Add supplements if your animals' nutritional needs are not adequately met.

Step 1: Determine nutritional needs
Determine the specific nutritional needs of your cattle.

Tip
The U.S. National Research Council tabulates nutritional requirements for beef cattle. Steers, heifers, and calves all have different requirements.

Step 2: Test the forage
Have a forage test performed to determine the nutritional value of the available feedstuffs. Your county agricultural office can help with this.

Step 3: Compare the results
Compare the results of the forage test with the nutritional requirements of your cattle.

Step 4: Evaluate supplement needs
Determine which supplements are needed to make up for any nutrient deficit.

Tip
Consult a nutritionist for guidance if you are not used to doing this.

Step 5: Purchase supplements
Purchase the feed supplements required to balance the cattle's rations. Look forward to a healthy herd.

Did You Know?
Cattle may consume up to 2.5 percent of their body weight in food on a daily basis.

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